Trucking Justice - Pontificator

In applying for authority,  the OP-1 form obligates brokers to swear under oath that they will follow all applicable laws and regulations. This says "FOLLOW" the laws. Under 49 U.S.C. § 14101, Congress allowed "carriers and shippers" to enter into private contracts and waive certain rights, but this authority was "deliberately" not extended to brokers. To safeguard transparency, 49 CFR 371.3 requires brokers to keep complete records of every transaction. So, when brokers install waivers into their contracts and rate cons, they are operating illegally. It's time to request that the FMCSA uphold the current laws and begin suspending brokers. They could simply put out a warning letter informing all freight brokers to straighten up and fly legally or face suspension or revocation. Enforce the current laws.